Lawyer

Overview

Languages:

English

Education

Earned doctorate degree

Experience
2 years to less than 3 years}

Work arrangement
On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

Private practice

Responsibilities

Advise clients of their legal rights and all matters related to law

Perform administrative functions related to the practice of law

Plead clients  cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only)

Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion

Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only)

Represent interests of corporation/employer in all business related to legal matters

Offer mediation, conciliation and arbitration services

Supervise professional, para-legal and support staff and articling students

Research legal precedents and gather evidence

Represent clients before administrative tribunals

Advise clients on legal proceedings

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Credentials

Membership in a provincial or territorial law society

Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge

MS Outlook

MS Windows

MS Word

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Attention to detail

Large caseload

Personal suitability

Accurate

Client focus

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Interpersonal awareness

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Values and ethics

Benefits

Other benefits

Parking available

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Supports for persons with disabilities — Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

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